Toyota Prius v vs. Audi A3
When comparing the Toyota Prius v's and the Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius v has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Audi A3 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Prius v's and the Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius v is a better car than the Audi A3.
Toyota Prius v vs. Audi A3 Pricing
A used 2017 Toyota Prius v ranges from $13,994 to $26,996 while a used 2017 Audi A3 is priced between $14,629 to $24,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Prius v’s base engine makes 134 horsepower, and the Audi A3 base engine makes 186 horsepower. The Prius v is rated to deliver an average of 41 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. This gives the Toyota Prius v the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi A3. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota Prius v has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi A3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$13,994 - $26,996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$14,629 - $24,993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.8%
Toyota Prius v Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Prius v Rankings
Not yet available
Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota Prius v Trim Levels
Five, Four, Three, Two
Audi A3 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
186 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
43 / 39 / 41
Range (city/hwy):
512 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
34.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
131.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
12.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3340 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
62 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
109.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3175 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
175.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
